Tony Blair is shown in favor of public funds in Olympics

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said on Tuesday that Brazil has a "unique opportunity" to "build for the future" with the implementation of the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. Generally speaking, advised the country to enjoy the events to leave a legacy, both in the economic, social and environmental as well as in achieving a "good sportsmanship". For him, the sport should be more than one physical activity: it is an opportunity for society to become. Blair made the comments Tuesday during a seminar in Sao Paulo, where he spoke to business leaders about their experience in relation to the London Olympics to be held in 2012. Prime Minister between 1997 and 2007, he was the one responsible for bringing the event to the British capital. The former premier divided into five topics challenges to organize an Olympiad. One of them was linked with a legacy of "regeneration" of the cities, especially with improvements with regard to infrastructure. "The Olympics gave us the opportunity to renew London’s transport system," he said. "Infrastructure is vital because it creates business benefits to society." He also cited the issue of airports as a global problem. Blair said it was necessary to build long-term thinking works, not only on the day of the event. He went on to cite the example of London, who "is using the Olympics to modernize poor areas." The former prime minister said that to this, the government needs good management, need to define your goals, prove you ...

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